# How to Remove a Calcium Chloride Stain From a Hardwood Floor
In inclement weather, homeowners use calcium chloride to melt snow and ice on sidewalks, steps, driveways and walkways around the home. City and town maintenance workers spread calcium chloride on streets and roadways to keep them free of ice and snow. Because calcium chloride, a salt and chlorine compound, sticks to the bottoms of shoes, walking on hardwood floors with calcium chloride-covered shoes leaves crusty white stains. Removing calcium chloride stains from the floor is necessary to keep the hardwood and protective coating from damage.
Things You'll Need
- White vinegar
- Spray bottle
- Towel
- Microfiber cloth
Instructions
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Mix equal amounts of white vinegar and warm water in a spray bottle.
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Spray the calcium chloride stains with the vinegar and water mixture. Let the mixture remain on the calcium chloride stain for two to three minutes.
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Blot the calcium chloride stain with a towel to pick up the vinegar, water and briny water.
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Continue spraying the stain with white vinegar and water and blotting with a towel until the calcium chloride is no longer visible on the hardwood floor.
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Wet a microfiber cloth with warm water and wring it out. Wipe the floor with the damp cloth to remove white vinegar residue. Dry the hardwood floor immediately with a soft, dry cloth.
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